Russia launches its most brutal strike on Kyiv to date — 430 drones, 18 missiles. Ukraine hits back, slamming Novorossysk and Tuapse ports. Meanwhile, Pokrovsk remains contested, and a $100M corruption scandal shakes Kyiv.
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Russia launches one of its largest attacks on Kyiv with 430 drones and 18 missiles including hypersonics, killing civilians and damaging 30 residential buildings. Ukraine strikes back with Long Neptune missiles hitting Novorossysk port, halting Russian oil exports. On the battlefield, Russian motorcycle assault video leaks lead to drone strikes destroying exposed formations, while Pokrovsk and Huliaipole remain contested. A $100 million corruption scandal implicates Zelenskyy's former business partner Mindich, forcing resignations of Justice and Energy ministers.
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"Could Zelensky Be Toppled by Corruption Investigation? Scandal Explained" (newsweek.com)
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